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Valluzzo Companies · 1 month ago

Human Resources Benefits Manager

Baton Rouge Metro

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

5+ years exp

Valluzzo Companies operates 78 franchised McDonald's restaurants across Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama, and they are seeking a Human Resources Benefits Manager. The primary responsibilities include managing employee benefits programs, ensuring compliance with employment regulations, and developing compensation and benefits strategies while providing guidance to employees on benefits-related matters.

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Responsibilities

Manage all employee benefit programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, retirement plans, and supplemental benefits

Lead annual open enrollment, including planning, communication, system setup, and employee support

Serve as primary liaison with brokers, carriers, and third-party administrators

Review and reconcile benefits invoices; coordinate with Accounting for timely payments

Maintain ACA compliance and track eligibility for hourly and salaried employees

Ensure compliance with federal regulations and the specific employment laws in Alabama, Mississippi, and Louisiana, including wage and hour rules, minor labor laws, and restaurant-specific labor and safety requirements

Maintain and update employee handbooks, HR policies, and internal procedures for multi-state use

Monitor changes in state and federal regulations and recommend policy updates as needed

Maintain accurate and compliant HR documentation and records

Administer FMLA, ADA accommodations, personal leave, and other company leave policies

Coordinate documentation, eligibility tracking, communication with employees, and return-to-work processes

Partner with managers to ensure appropriate scheduling and coverage during leaves

Provide coaching and HR guidance to district managers and restaurant-level supervisors on performance management, corrective action, attendance issues, and policy interpretation

Assist with internal investigations, employee complaints, and resolution of sensitive workplace issues

Support culture, engagement, and retention initiatives across all restaurant locations

Oversee the onboarding process, ensuring compliance with I-9, E-Verify, background checks, and payroll/HRIS data accuracy

Partner closely with Payroll to ensure seamless data flow and timely resolution of payroll-related issues

Recommend and implement process improvements to increase HR efficiency in a high-volume, multi-location environment

Qualification

Benefits AdministrationEmployment Law KnowledgeHRIS ExperienceHR CertificationMulti-State HR SupportCustomer Service FocusOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsProblem-SolvingTeam Player